Why choose a Trial Lawyer

When the defense knows you’re ready

to try the case, offers change.

Insurance companies pay more when risk is real.

Trial preparation creates that risk—early.

Trial preparation is built into every case

Trial Lawyer Since 1991 Former Defense Counsel 30+ Results in Excess of $1 Million

 
 

Trial Ready Formula

Risk drives value

Build Proof

We compile evidence to prove liability and damages that insurers can’t ignore.

Apply Pressure

Through discovery, experts, and strategic motions, we force insurers to justify their position.

Be Ready to Try

Depositions and exhibits build a compelling jury se-ry if the case goes to trial.

Where Trial Leverage is Built

Most firms negotiate. Trial lawyers develop risk.

01

First
30 Days

Confidential, no-obligation conversation to review your rights and options.

02

Discovery
Phase

Immediate evidence preservation and detailed fact-gathering to build your claim.

03

Experts &
Damages

We handle all insurer communications, fighting for maximum compensation.

04

Mediation /
Trial Call

If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we prepare for trial to secure the verdict you deserve.

What ‘Trial-Ready’ Means in Practice

A carrier pays more when your file looks ready for a jury.

  • Liability theory + supporting exhibits
  • Witness statements / scene evidence
  • Medical chronology + key records
  • Treating doctor narrative
  • Future care and costs (when needed)
  • Experts retained strategically
  • Depositions mapped to a jury story
  • Demonstratives / visuals planning

Preparation is what makes mediation productive.

What Changes at Mediation

When trial is real, the carrier evaluates risk differently.

Paper negotiation

  • Demand reads like a summary, not a courtroom plan.
  • Damages are “discussed,” not built for expert scrutiny.
  • Testimony isn’t locked in, so defenses stay flexible.

Trial-backed negotiation

  • Exhibits and themes are organized the way a jury will see them.
  • Numbers are supported by expert-ready methodology and records.
  • Depositions and designations create real verdict exposure.

Real Leverage. Real Results.

$20,011,788

Truck Accident

$5,500,000

Insurance Bad Faith

$2,000,000

Pedestrian Hit By Car

$16,000,000

Pedestrian Hit By Truck

$3,500,000

Obstacle Race Injury

Trial Advantage FAQs

These are the questions we hear most from clients who want results without surprises. Our approach is built around trial-level preparation—because when the defense believes you’re ready, negotiations change. Here’s what that means for your case, in plain language.

No. “Trial-ready” means we prepare the case as if it could be tried, so the insurance company can’t rely on gaps or delays to discount value. Most cases still resolve before trial—but preparation is what creates leverage. If a trial becomes necessary, you’re not starting late.

Insurance carriers pay more when they see real risk—credible proof, clean damages, and a case that can be presented to a jury. When your file is organized for trial, defenses narrow and negotiation becomes about exposure, not speculation. Strong preparation also reduces “discounts” carriers apply when a case looks unproven or underdeveloped.

Experts matter when liability is disputed, injuries are complex, future care is involved, or damages need to be translated into credible numbers. The key is timing: using experts strategically—early enough to shape the case, not as a last-minute add-on. A well-supported expert position signals trial risk and strengthens mediation.

Delays are common when the carrier thinks time will pressure you into less. Trial-focused preparation helps counter this by moving the case forward with documented proof, discovery pressure, and clear damages support. When needed, we escalate through litigation steps that create deadlines and consequences—so delay doesn’t become a strategy that works.

Most injury cases are handled on a contingency fee, meaning you don’t pay attorney fees unless we recover money for you. If the case requires litigation or trial, costs and fee details can change based on complexity, but the structure is explained clearly up front. You’ll know what to expect before major decisions are made.

Ready to talk about your case?

Speak directly with attorney David Reinard for a clear plan, candid answers, and trial-level preparation from day one.